Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Demorest Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Demorest Elementary School serves the southern part of Demorest, GA, covering an area of approximately 31 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of around 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 6.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Demorest Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Demorest Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to be the PRIDE of Habersham.
School Rankings
Demorest Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Demorest Elementary School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#399 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
2%
36%
White
60%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
26.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Demorest Elementary School's ranking?
Demorest Elementary School is ranked #399 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Demorest Elementary School often compared to?
Demorest Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Level Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Demorest Elementary School?
548 students attend Demorest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Demorest Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Demorest Elementary School?
Demorest Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Demorest Elementary School offer ?
Demorest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Demorest Elementary School part of?
Demorest Elementary School is part of Habersham County School District.
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